--%>

Problem on work of compression

A diesel engine operates devoid of a spark plug by using the high-temperature gas produced throughout the compression stage to ignite the fuel. During a typical compression, pure air that is originally at 21 °C and 0.95 bar is reversibly and adiabatically compressed to 1/20 of its original(actual) volume by the piston, as shown in the figure below.

a) If air is assumed to obey the ideal gas equation of state, find out the pressure and temperature in the cylinder at the end of the compression. The constant-pressure heat capacity of air varies with temperature and is given by

Cp/R = 3.3 + 6x10-4

b) What is the work of compression in J/mol of air?

c) Is the ideal gas law a good approximation in this case? Why?

2455_ideal gas law.jpg

   Related Questions in Mechanical Engineering

  • Q : Difference between mill and mill-drill

    Difference between mill and mill-drill: Nowadays numerous manufactures are combining machines; a mill-drill is one of such. This is a combination of a drill and a mill, a mill eliminates stock from material (genera

  • Q : Powder Technology Explain the term

    Explain the term Powder Technology?

  • Q : Problem on steam turbine 1) A steam

    1) A steam turbine takes in saturated steam at 300oc and outputs steam at 4 bar. When the efficiency of the turbine is 65%, Evaluate: a.  The final composition (vapor vs. liquid) of outgoing steam.b.  The

  • Q : Fly ball governor in the hydrualic

    How the fly ball governor is used along with the hydraulic control?

  • Q : Free Vibration of MDOF Systems Why free

    Why free vibration takes place at MDOF system?

  • Q : What is Cotter joint Cotter joint :

    Cotter joint: These kinds of joints are employed to connect two rods that are under compressive or tensile stress. The ends of rods are in the way of a socket and shaft which fit altogether and the cotter is driven into a slot which is common to both

  • Q : To designe pump how to design e gear

    how to design e gear pump. show the process.

  • Q : Formulating equation of motion Figure

    Figure below shows a reinforced concrete framed building subjected to earthquake ground motion. The floor is rigid with the mass of each floor is shown in the figure. Formulate the equation of motion for this building. Prove that the natural frequenci

  • Q : Ergonomics in product design

    Ergonomics: This is concerned with how easy (comfort, complexity) the product is to use by the targeted market. Physical human dimensions must be considered when designing the driver's seating, instruments, and controls in a car. Slight variations bet

  • Q : How do you repair a hydraulic jack How

    How do you repair a hydraulic jack?